NORTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title: Photography I Lecture & Studio
Course #: ART 141
Course Description: Three (3) credit hours. Development of skills in the practical application of basic
photographic principles including the proper exposure of film, the processing of film, print finishing and
the creative aspects of photography.
GOALS/OBJECTIVES: To teach the basic principles of operation of a variety of photographic
equipment and darkroom procedures as well as the basic principles relative to exposure, film development
and paper processing. To show various creative applications of photography, and to cultivate an
appreciation of photography as a means for personal expression.
COURSE OUTCOMES: Students will....
 Employ the principles of operations of a variety of photographic equipment and darkroom
procedures.
 Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles relative to photographic exposure, film
development, and paper processing through the creation of a portfolio of prints.
 Incorporate the elements and principles of design in the images they make to communicate ideas.
 Evaluate photographs using a variety of analytical approaches.
 Define and analyze a creative process, defining the concept of creativity and describing the
components of a creative process in the field of photography.
 Explain how engaging in a creative process affects one's perception of the world.
College Policies
Plagiarism: Plagiarism and Academic Dishonesty are not tolerated at Northwestern Connecticut Community
College. Violators of this policy will be subject to sanctions ranging from failure of the assignment (receiving
a zero), failing the course, being removed/expelled from the program and/or the College. Please refer to
your “Student Handbook” under “Policy on Student Rights,” the Section entitled “Student Discipline,” or the
College catalog for additional information.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The College will make reasonable accommodations for persons with
documented learning, physical, or psychiatric disabilities. Students should notify Dr. Christine Woodcock,
the Counselor for Students with Disabilities. She is located at Green Woods Hall, in the Center for Student
Development. Her phone number is 860-738-6318 and her email is cwoodcock@nwcc.edu.
School Cancellations: If snowy or icy driving conditions cause the postponement or cancellation of classes,
announcements will be made on local radio and television stations and posted on the College’s website at
www.nwcc.edu. Students may also call the College directly at (860) 738-6464 to hear a recorded message
concerning any inclement weather closings. Students are urged to exercise their own judgment if road
conditions in their localities are hazardous.
Use of Electronic Devices: Some course content as presented in Blackboard Learn is not fully supported on
mobile devices at this time. While mobile devices provide convenient access to check in and read
information about your courses, they should not be used to perform work such as taking tests, quizzes,
completing assignments, or submitting substantive discussion posts.
Sexual Assault and Intimate Partner Violence Resource Team:
NCCC is committed to creating a community that is safe and supportive of people of all gender and sexual
identities. This pertains to the entire campus community, whether on ground or virtual, students, faculty, or
staff.
Sexual assault and intimate partner violence is an affront to our national conscience, and one we cannot
ignore. It is our hope that no one within our campus community will become a victim of these crimes.
However, if it occurs, NCCC has created the SART Team - Sexual Assault and Intimate Partner Violence
Resource Team - to meet the victim’s needs.
SART is a campus and community based team that is fully trained to provide trauma-informed compassionate
service and referrals for comprehensive care. The team works in partnership with The Susan B. Anthony
Project to extend services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the year.
The NCCC team members are:
Ruth Gonzalez, Ph.D.
Susan Berg
Kathleen Chapman
Michael Emanuel
Gary Greco
Robin Orlomoski
Jane O’Grady
Patricia Bouffard, Ex-Officio
Savannah Schmitt
Jacob Wujcik
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Student Representative
Student Representative
At NCCC we care about our students, staff and faculty and their well-being. It is our intention to facilitate the
resources needed to help achieve both physical and emotional health.
NORTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE
OVERVIEW
Fall Semester, 2015
COURSE TITLE: Photography I Lecture & Studio COURSE #: C141 21 & C141 61
LECTURE: 6:35 pm - 8:35 pm, Tuesday, Art & Science Center 205 CRN: 3092
STUDIOS:
4:30 pm-6:30 pm, Wednesdays, Greenwoods Hall 116 CRN: 3114
6:30pm-8:30 pm, Thursdays, Greenwoods Hall 116 CRN: 3123
INSTRUCTOR: Michael Yurgeles
WEBSITE: www.yurgeles.net/students
Phone (cell) 860 805-5898
E-Mail: myurgeles@nwcc.commnet.edu
COURSE MATERIALS
Text: Black & White Photography. Third Edition, revised. Henry Horenstein
ISBN 0-316-37305-2
A Workbook for Black and White Photography. Kim Mosley
ISBN 978-0-9663215-1-7
35mm SLR film camera with manual exposure control
Ilford 8”x10” RC Paper, 25 sheets minimum- DO NOT OPEN!
Kodak Tri-X 400 film, 36 exposures
Negative Sleeves (6+)
Mat board (source TBA)
(2)Hand towels
OPTIONAL TEXT/COURSE MATERIALS
Digital camera
Tripod
Flash
Anti-Static Brush
GRADING /POLICY ASSESSMENT
Individual grades are based on a variety of criteria including:
-Concept/Creativity
-Process/Participation (in class & homework assignments)
-Presentation/Craftsmanship
-Quizzes & Exams
Homework 20%
Tests & Quizzes 20%
Individual Projects 20% Final Portfolio 40%
Portfolios are based on a variety of criteria including:
-Concept/Creativity
-Presentation/Craftsmanship (see print rubric)
•Meeting Deadlines-late homework and projects drop one letter grade for each day late. Assignments may
be handed in at the end of the semester (before finals) with a note explaining circumstances for grade
consideration.
College Grading System
Project and course grades are determined as follows:
A=excellent; B=good; C=fair or average; D=passing; F=failure.
A 4.0 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 D- 0.7 F 0.0
Attendance:
Class attendance is mandatory. Roll will be taken at every class session. If you arrive late, it is your
responsibility to make sure that your attendance is noted. You are also responsible for any instructions or
assignments missed because of late arrival, early departure or absence. After three absences your final grade
will be lowered a third of a grade point. Three late arrivals constitute an absence. Chronic lates or absences
can cause serious loss of grade and unfavorable reviews.
Preparedness with art materials needed to work in class is important. In-class projects and exercises always
have time requirements. Research and reading are to be completed outside of class time.